Ingredients
Scale
- ½ cup of buttermilk
- 1 ¾ cups of sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 3 tablespoons of flour
- A pinch of salt
- 1 stick of butter, melted
- 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract
- 1 unbaked 9-inch pie shell
- Nutmeg for sprinkling
Instructions
- Preheat Your Oven: Start by heating your oven to a robust 400 degrees Fahrenheit. This high initial temperature will set the pie’s crust, giving it that perfect crisp edge.
- Mix the Magic: In a large bowl, blend the buttermilk, sugar, eggs, flour, salt, melted butter, and vanilla extract. Don’t rush this step; ensure that each ingredient is fully incorporated, creating a smooth, homogenous mixture that promises to become the soul of your pie.
- Prepare the Pie Shell: Pour this mixture into your unbaked 9-inch pie shell. The shell acts as the cozy home for the rich filling, ready to cradle it through the baking process.
- Add a Touch of Spice: Gently sprinkle the top of the mixture with nutmeg. This isn’t just a garnish; it’s a nod to tradition, adding a warm, aromatic depth that complements the creamy filling beautifully.
- Bake to Perfection: Place the pie in the preheated oven and bake for 15 minutes. Then, embodying the patience that great baking demands, reduce the oven temperature to 350 degrees Fahrenheit and continue to bake for an additional 45 minutes. This gradual decrease in temperature allows the pie to cook thoroughly without sacrificing the tender, melt-in-your-mouth texture.
- Cool and Serve: Allow the pie to cool completely before serving. This rest period is crucial, giving the flavors time to meld together and the filling to set into a creamy, sliceable delight.
Keywords: Classic Southern Pie, Traditional Southern Dessert